Trade Events Specialist

MSC Cruises • Fort Lauderdale, FL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

MSC Cruises is seeking an Interim Trade Events Specialist to support the team during a leave of absence from approximately April through October 2026.
This role is responsible for planning and executing key MSC Cruises trade events, including sales trade shows, inaugural events, sales meetings, industry events, and Advisory Board meetings. The Trade Events Specialist will coordinate closely with executives, corporate stakeholders, shipboard and shore-based teams, and travel partners to manage events from the creative planning stage through final execution.
This position requires strong organizational and project management skills, as well as the ability to collaborate across multiple teams to ensure successful delivery of high-impact events.
This is a hybrid position requiring four days per week in the Miami office.

Requirements

• US Passport or US Permanent Resident
• Ability to travel and work extended hours beyond regular business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed for events
• Ability to lift and handle materials up to 40 lbs on a periodic basis
• Basic understanding of B2B marketing and engagement tools, including PowerPoint presentations, email communications, and social media
• Experience working with vendors and external partners to support the execution of complex events
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Forms, and Excel (Excel experience required for budget tracking and management)

Nice To Haves

• Certified Meeting/Event Planner certification and/or a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Hospitality, Communications, or a related field preferred
• Familiarity with Cvent and Asana is preferred
• Cruise industry or travel/hospitality experience is a plus
• Marketing or audience engagement experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of trade events designed to engage MSC Cruises’ B2B travel partner audience
• Assist the Trade Events Manager in delivering high-impact events and lead mid-level events with team support as needed
• Provide on-site event support, which may include travel as well as occasional evening and weekend availability
• Coordinate a variety of event formats including trade shows, meetings, dinners, cocktail receptions, partnership events, and onboard events
• Manage event communications including Save the Dates, invitations, and RSVP tracking
• Support the trade events team with the corporate events platform and event logistics coordination
• Lead trade sales launches and roadshows in partnership with the B2B sales team and external vendors across the U.S.
• Support ship tours as needed
• Provide support to the Trade Engagement channel when required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level